Stemming Substation Located Along Bayfront Expressway Could Be Seriously Impacted by Rising Sea the Tide Level Without New Protections

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Above: A walkway leads through a row of PG&E electric towers. The Dumbarton Bridge is in the background. Left: PG&E’s Ravenswood Stemming Substation located along Bayfront Expressway could be seriously impacted by rising sea the tide level without new protections. Story by Renee Batti | Photos by Michelle Le

overnment bureaucra- levees and other flood-control Creek JPA cies are not known as measures, according to Len Gfleet-footed actors. In Materman, the JPA’s executive steps up to tackle fact, the phrase “glacial speed” is Given the slow pace of public concern has led to an ambi- director. often used to describe their pace, agencies and the accelerated tious effort to address the rise The SAFER Bay project is whether it be in finding solu- speed of sea level rise, the ques- of bay water in southern San an extension of the work the threat tions to complex problems or in tion must be asked: Can Bay Mateo County. JPA has been engaged in since completing public projects. Area counties respond quickly The San Francisquito Creek its founding after the 1998 El Many believe the change in enough to mitigate damage to Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Nino storms caused the creek, of rising sea level is also glacially slow communities, to infrastruc- launched the effort, dubbed the which divides San Mateo and — a view easily refuted by ture, to homes and businesses SAFER Bay Project, after secur- Santa Clara counties, to over- bayside water historical data: According to a imperiled by future levels of ing state grant money and con- flow, damaging some 2,800 National Geographic Magazine ocean and bay waters? tributions from local towns, and parcels on both sides. It’s a report, sea level rose about 8 Leaders of a local public from one of the largest private logical extension, Mr. Mater- inches from the first year A.D. agency created 15 years ago companies threatened by rising man says, given the overlap of to 1880, and about the same to protect Menlo Park, East sea level in the south county — properties in both the creek amount from 1880 to 2013 — Palo Alto and Palo Alto from Facebook in Menlo Park. and the bay floodplains. There only 133 years compared with the threat of San Francisqui- The money is funding a fea- are 8,400 properties in those nearly two millennia. And to Creek flooding have been sibility study, project design, floodplains (the bay flood- the same study predicted sea nervously observing the gen- and an environmental impact plains in question end around level to surge another 30 inches eral lack of action by local and report for a project that will through 2100. regional agencies, and their include an expanse of new See page 27

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26NThe AlmanacNTheAlmanacOnline.comNMarch 5, 2014 COVER STORY Stemming the tide continued from page 25 The JPA also is seeking funds from PG&E, which has a substa- Marsh Road); 2,200 parcels are tion near Facebook. Called the in both floodplains. Ravenswood Substation, it is Another reason to get involved: the nexus between power lines Although the Santa Clara Valley up and down the Peninsula and Water District (SCVWD), which lines across the bay, and could is part of the five-member JPA, be seriously impacted by rising is working on an effort to stem water, Mr. Materman said. bayside flooding in the South The feasibility study, which Bay, known as the Shoreline proj- will produce a recommended ect, public agencies in San Mateo alternative for a flood-control County have been slower to act. project, is expected to be done “That’s why the JPA got this summer. Then the JPA involved,” Mr. Materman told will take the plan to the cities an audience at a January pre- and communities that would sentation hosted by the League be affected to gather feedback, of Women Voters of South Mr. Materman said. Next steps: San Mateo County. “In Santa design work will begin in tan- Clara County, there’s one agency dem with an environmental (SCVWD), but in San Mateo impact study, he said. County, it’s piecemeal.” Those phases are expected to In an interview with the cost about $2 million, which PG&E’s Ravenswood Substation is critical to the delivery of power to the Peninsula and a large area in the East Bay. It is at risk from rising sea level. Almanac, Mr. Materman said has already been raised. Paying his agency first considered for the massive project itself extending its work when East is another matter. “A special most vulnerable county in the and Woodside Road.” Bay — that are in the design Palo Alto officials came to him district might have to be cre- state when it comes to eco- Another challenge is how to phase. He said a horizontal levee asking for support on a project ated to ask voters to fund the nomic damage due to sea-level design a levee or other struc- might have better flood-control related to bay flooding. project,” Mr. Materman said at rise. And it’s tied with Orange ture close to University Avenue, capability because on the bay “We did research, and with the League of Women Voters’ County in terms of the number near the Dumbarton Bridge, side, it would have “a very grad- the strong support of (East Palo presentation. But that wouldn’t of people affected. that won’t damage the $4 bil- ual slope, (which would reduce) Alto), proposed a grant from the happen for at least three more lion pipeline being built by the wave energy and erosion,” mak- state,” he said. The Department years, he added. Challenges San Francisco Public Utilities ing a lower levee possible. of Water Resources granted Convincing regional residents With studies still in progress, Commission as part of its Hetch Tide gates also are being stud- about $1.32 million for a project, to tax themselves to pay for the specifics of the project are Hetchy project. The pipeline ied, including a type that relies and other money was raised. project might not be a hard-sell. uncertain. But what is certain will be underground, “but not on technology to monitor the Both East Palo Alto and Menlo Residents living in designated is that there will be challenges. deep,” Mr. Materman said, “so water level and trigger the rais- Park contributed, as did the U.S. floodplains now are required to They include setting a northern we’ll have to work closely with ing of a levee when needed. A Department of Fish and Wild- buy flood insurance, which col- boundary for the work, a deci- the PUC on that one.” life and the California Coastal lectively amounts to about $6.5 sion that will be based both on The JPA is looking at options Conservancy. million annually, according to a logistical concerns and on Red- for levees, including a horizon- On the cover: The SAFER Bay Mr. Materman said the JPA is JPA report. wood City’s participation in the tal structure considered more Project is focusing on the south pursuing funding from private project. Mr. Materman said one ecology-friendly. Mr. Materman San Mateo County bayfront, According to a study released threatened by rising sea level. companies that are threatened by by Will Travis, formerly head possibility is ending the project said such a levee hasn’t yet been This view is from the frontage the rising bay waters. Facebook, of the Bay Conservation and near Marsh Road, and another built in the state, but there are road along Bayfront Expressway, he said, got on board quickly, Development Commission, San is to “take advantage of an two pilot projects — one in the with the Dumbarton Bridge in the with a $275,000 contribution. Mateo County is the single existing levee between Marsh North Bay, another in the East background.

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Call 650-965-2020. www.mvcpa.com On Stage ‘The Diviners,’ A Play in Two Acts Classes/Workshops Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory is Create a Container Garden Sarah Eas- Sealed proposals for the NORTH PALO ALTO AND BURNS EASEMENT PROJECT will be received putting on a production of “The Diviners.” ley will give a demonstration and talk on Fri- at the West Bay Sanitary District, 500 Laurel Street, Menlo Park, California 94025 until 2:00 pm on Set in the Depression, the story is about a day, March 7, on elements of design she uses boy who is deathly afraid of water yet who to create eye-catching container gardens. Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Bids shall be labeled can divine it, a crucial gift for his drought- Then students will create their own designs “West Bay Sanitary District, Proposal for “NORTH PALO ALTO AND BURNS EASEMENT PROJECT.” ridden town. The play at once echoes and using materials provided. 9 a.m.- noon. $45 is a fresh take on “Our Town” and “Of Mice member; $55 non-member. Gamble Garden, and Men.” March 13-23, 7:30 p.m. $10-$40 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto. Call 650-329- The Work will include the furnishing of all labor, materials and equipment, and other appurtenances Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory, 945 1356 x201. www.gamblegarden.org for rehabilitation and replacement of sanitary sewer mains by Cured-in-Place Pipe, Spiral Wound Portola Road, Portola Valley. Call 650-851- Make Your Own Beads Class Christie’s Pipe, and Open Trench Construction, as indicated on the project plans. 8282 x105. www.pvtc-ca.org Creative Cupboard is hosting a craft program ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Play The on creating beads for adults. Space is limited; Woodside High School Drama Department sign-up is required. March 19, 4-5 p.m. Free. The contract documents may be inspected at the office of the West Bay Sanitary District; San Fran- is putting on a production of Disney favorite Portola Valley Library, 765 Portola Road, Por- cisco Builders Exchange, Attn: Deanna Johnson, 850 So. Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, Califor- “Beauty and the Beast.” The show begins tola Valley. Call 650-851-0560. www.smcl.org March 14 and runs through March 23. Shadow Puppets Workshop Peopleolo- nia 94110; Peninsula Builders Exchange, Attn: Andrea Nettles, 735 Industrial Road, Suite 100, San Friday-Sunday, 8-10 p.m. $20 adults; $15 gie will offer a workshop on this popular sto- Carlos, California 94070; Santa Clara Builders Exchange, Attn: Kanani Fonseca, 400 Reed Street, seniors (65+); $10 staff/students. Woodside rytelling form in Indonesia, including a make- Santa Clara, California 95050; Builders Exchange of Alameda, Attn: Richard Owen, 3055 Alvarado High School Performing Arts Center, 199 your-own puppet to take home. For ages 6+. Churchill Ave., Woodside. Call 650-521- Registration is required. 4-5 p.m. Free. Portola Street, San Leandro, California 94577; Construction Bidboard Incorporated, Attn: Plan Room, 11622 6278. www.whsdramaboosters.com Valley Library, 765 Portola Road, Portola Val- El Camino Real, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92130; and, Contra Costa Builders Exchange, Attn: April ‘Once on This Island’ TheatreWorks ley. Call 650-851-0560. www.smcl.org Hamilton, 2440 Stanwell Drive, Suite B, Concord, California 94520. presents the Tony Award-nominated musi- Zoom In - Video Production Work- cal “Once on This Island.” March 5-30, 2 shop Zoom In is a 15-hour intensive video p.m., 7:30 or 8 p.m. $19-$73. Lucie Stern workshop that covers how to create a digital Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of the West Bay Sanitary District Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. video, edit it, upload it to Youtube and pro- upon payment of a check or money order in the amount of $60.00 for each set. The check or money Call 650-463-1960. www.theatreworks.org duce a DVD. Class includes all software, ‘Seussical the Musical’ at Menlo- equipment plus a booklet. March 10-19; order must be issued to the West Bay Sanitary District. All payments are nonrefundable. Atherton High Menlo-Atherton High Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6:30-9:30 School will be performing “Seussical the p.m. $145. Midpeninsula Community Media A pre-bid meeting will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at the West Bay Sanitary Musical,” based on Dr. Seuss books like Center, 900 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto. Call the “Cat in the Hat.” March 6, 7 and 8, 7:30 650-494-8686 x11. www.midpenmedia.org/ District Office in Menlo Park, California. p.m. $12 for adults; $8 for students/children/ seniors. Menlo-Atherton High Performing Concerts Each bid proposal shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check or a proposal guaranty Arts Center, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton. Stanford Wind Ensemble Concert Call 415-515-2892. www.thecenteratma.org Giancarlo Aquilanti directs the Stanford bond payable to the order of the West Bay Sanitary District in an amount not less than ten percent Wind Ensemble’s winter program with guest (10%) of the amount of the bid as a guaranty that the bidder will execute the contract if it be awarded Community Events composer Frank Ticheli conducting his own to him in conformity with the proposal. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a perfor- Portola Valley French Broom Pull A concerto for clarinet and wind ensemble. volunteering event to pull invasive French Aquilanti’s “The Sound of Favignana” and mance bond in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price and a broom plants along Portola Valley roads “Berkeley Pictures” will also be performed. labor and material bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. has been organized. Wear gloves and long March 8, 7:30 p.m. General $15; students sleeves. Tools and refreshments will be $10. Bing Concert Hall, 327 Lasuen St., Stan- provided. March 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. P.V. ford. music.stanford.edu/Events/calendar.html The District (“Owner”) reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to determine which proposal is, Town Center, Historic School House, 765 in the judgment of the District, the lowest responsible bid of a responsible bidder or group of bidders Portola Road, Portola Valley. Kids & Families and which proposal should be accepted in the best interest of the District. The District also reserves BSA 206 Pancake Breakfast Boy ‘Free First Friday’ at County History the right to waive any informalities in any proposal or bid. Scout Troop 206 hosts its annual All-You- Museum Preschool children can learn Can-Eat Gourmet Pancake Breakfast, with about Irish folklore, create “pots o’ gold” out of Formula 206 flapjacks, fresh fruit and juices, construction paper to take home and hear the Bid proposals received after the time announced for the opening will not be considered. No bidder savory sausage links, coffee, cocoa and tea. story, “Lucky Leprechaun.” At 2 p.m., muse- March 8, 8-11:30 a.m. $5 for adults; $5 for 2 um docents will lead tours of the museum may withdraw his proposal after the time announced for the opening, or before award and execution children under 12; free for scouts in uniform. for adults. March 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. San of the contract, unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding forty-five (45) days. Trinity Church, 330 Ravenswood Ave., Menlo Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broad- Park. Call 650-324-2013. www.bsa206.org way St., Redwood City. www.historysmc.org Pursuant to the provisions of Public Contract Code Section 22300, and upon the request and at the ‘The Struggle to Forgive’ Conversa- “Gustafer Yellowgold” Family Con- tion Lifetree Cafe Menlo Park hosts an cert Illustrator/songwriter Morgan Taylor expense of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld by the District to ensure per- hour-long conversation discussing how performs a funny and touching multi-media formance under the Contract may be deposited with the District, or with a state or federally chartered to heal and forgive after being wronged. concert of live songs, stories and anima- Complimentary snacks and beverages tion. March 13, 4-5 p.m. Free. Portola Valley bank as escrow agent who shall deliver such securities to the Contractor upon satisfactory comple- will be served. March 5, 7-8 p.m.; March Library, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley. tion of the contract. Only those securities listed in Government Code Section 16430 or other securi- 6, 9:15-10:15 a.m. Free. Bethany Lutheran Call 650-851-0560. www.smcl.org ties approved by the District are eligible for deposit. The deposit of securities with an escrow agent or Church, 1095 Cloud Ave., Menlo Park. Call Block Play at the Library Research 650-854-5897. www.facebook.com/Life- the District shall be made in the form and on such terms and conditions as the District may require to shows that children develop an incredible treeCafeMP variety of skills when they play with blocks, protect the interest of the District in the event of the Contractor’s default. The Contractor shall be the Kepler’s Book Swap Kepler’s is host- including fine motor skills and social skills. beneficial owner of any securities that are deposited and shall receive any interest thereon. ing a book swap event with food and wine. March 10, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; March 11, Bring a book to share. March 7, 6:30-9 11 a.m.-noon; March 13, 5-6 p.m.; March p.m. $25. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Portola Valley Pertaining to Sections 1770, 1773, and 1773.1 of the California Labor Code the successful bidder Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www. Library, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley. shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the keplers.com/event/book-swap Call 650-851-0560. www.smcl.org California Department of Industrial Relations. Copies of such prevailing rates are on file at the District Portola Valley Farmers’ Market Create Your Own Read Poster 6th to Thursdays, year-round. 2-5 p.m. 765 Por- 12th graders are invited to bring in a favorite office of the West Bay Sanitary District and which copies shall be made available to any interested tola Road, Portola Valley. www.portolaval- book and create a poster using the design party on request. The successful bidder shall post a copy of such determinations at each job site. leyfarmersmarket.com studio program. March 12, 4-5 p.m. Free. Portola Valley Library, 765 Portola Road, Por- Art tola Valley. Call 650-851-0560. www.smcl.org In accordance with the provisions of California Public Contract Code Section 3300, the District has ‘Asian Fusion’ collection Linda Salt- determined that the Contractor shall possess a valid Class A License or a combination of Class C-12 er’s exhibit features her recent exploration Live Music “Earthwork and Paving”, C-34 “Pipeline” and C-42 “Sanitation System” licenses at the time this con- of Chinese art, with brush painting pieces Master Sinfonia Concert Maestro mounted on scrolls as well as others framed David Ramadanoff conducts Beethoven, tract is awarded. Failure to possess the specified license(s) shall render the bid as non-responsive in Western style. March 1-31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mahler and Copland (Soloist for Mahler and shall act as a bar to award of the contract to any bidder not possessing said license(s) at the Free. Portola Art Gallery, 75 Arbor Road, and Copland Songs: Layna Chianakas); time of award. Menlo Park. Call 650-321-0220. www.por- Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3; tolaartgallery.com Mahler’s “Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen” (Songs of a Wayfarer); and selections from West Bay Sanitary District Benefits/Fundraisers Copland’s “Old American Songs” and the “Appalachian Spring” suite. March 15, 7:30 Board of Directors Sheryl Sandberg at GMS Scholar- ship Breakfast The Girls’ Middle School p.m. $15-$25; free for youth under 18. St. San Mateo County, California Annual Scholarship Breakfast will feature Bede’s Episcopal Church, 2650 Sand Hill keynote speaker Sheryl Sandberg, chief Road, Menlo Park. www.mastersinfonia.org operating officer of Facebook and author Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble of “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Long-time Santana percussionist Karl Peraz- /s/ Phil Scott Lead.” March 7, 7:45-9:30 a.m. $125 ($85 zo performs as a special guest artist with the of each ticket is tax-deductible). Crowne Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble. He will District Manger Plaza Cabana Hotel, 4290 El Camino Real, be performing several classic and modern Palo Alto. Call 650-681-3307. www.girlsms. salsa pieces specifically prepared for this org/breakfast concert. March 7, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $15 gen- Dated: February 25, 2014 Taylor Eigsti Benefit Concert Menlo eral; $10 seniors and students. Dinkelspiel Park-raised pianist Taylor Eigsti performs a Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. benefit concert for the Community Health Call 831-295-2253. latinjazz.stanford.edu

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Sealed proposals for the EMERGENCY GENERATOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT will be received at the West Bay Sanitary District, 500 Laurel Street, Menlo Park, California 94025 until 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Bids shall be labeled ”West Bay Sanitary District, Proposal for “EMERGENCY GENERATOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT.”

The Work will include the furnishing of all labor, materials and equipment, and other appurtenances for replacement of emergency generators at two District pump stations, the Hamilton Henderson Pump Station in Menlo Park and the Village Square Pump Station in Portola Valley.

The contract documents may be inspected at the office of the West Bay Sanitary District; San Francisco Builders Exchange, Attn: Deanna Johnson, 850 So. Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, California 94110; Peninsula Builders Exchange, Attn: Andrea Nettles, 735 Industrial Road, Suite 100, San Carlos, California 94070; Santa Clara Builders Exchange, Attn: Kanani Fonseca, 400 Reed Street, Santa Clara, California 95050; Builders Exchange of Alameda, Attn: Richard Owen, 3055 Alvarado Street, San Leandro, California 94577; Construction Bidboard Incorporated, Attn: Plan Room, 11622 El Camino Real, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92130; and, Contra Costa Builders Exchange, Attn: April Hamilton, 2440 Stanwell Drive, Suite B, Concord, California 94520.

Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of the West Bay Sanitary District upon Photo by Garry Irvine payment of a check or money order in the amount of $40.00 for each set. The check or money order must Menlo Park gymnastics be issued to the West Bay Sanitary District. All payments are nonrefundable. The Level 4 & 5 Menlo Park Boys gymnastics team competed Feb. A pre-bid meeting will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at the West Bay Sanitary 8 in the Gold Country Classic in Oakland. Combined scores led the team to a second place finish in team competition. Members of the District Office in Menlo Park, California. gymnastic team are (front row, from left) Alexander Pfistner, Jaden Phillips and Rowan Irvine; and (second row) Ezekiel Eason, Coach Each bid proposal shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier‘s check or a proposal guaranty bond pay- Cameron Matzke, and Noah Kim. able to the order of the West Bay Sanitary District in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid as a guaranty that the bidder will execute the contract if it be awarded to him in conformity with the proposal. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond in an amount not less than writer at The New Yorker since 1998. March one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price and a labor and material bond in an amount equal to one Religion/Spirituality 6, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Cemex Auditorium, 641 Ash Wednesday Service The Lenten Knight Way, Stanford. Call 650-736-2629. hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. journey will begin with a candlelight worship www.ethicsinsociety.stanford.edu/events/ service featuring Taize music, community lectures/special-events/larissa-macfarquhar- The District (”Owner”) reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to determine which proposal is, in the prayers and the imposition of ashes. 7-7:30 what-is-family-what-are-strangers p.m. Free. Ladera Community Church, Author Nick Taylor T.T. Monday, aka local judgment of the District, the lowest responsible bid of a responsible bidder or group of bidders and which 3300 Alpine Road, Portola Valley. Call 650- author Nick Taylor, will discuss and sign his 854-5481. www.ladera.org proposal should be accepted in the best interest of the District. The District also reserves the right to waive new book, “The Setup Man.,” in which aging any informalities in any proposal or bid. Major League pitcher Johnny Adcock moon- Talks & Authors lights as a private investigator. March 11, 7:30 Lisa Solomon and Principal Erik p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Bid proposals received after the time announced for the opening will not be considered. No bidder may with- Burmeister Conversation Menlo Park Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. resident Lisa Kay Solomon, co-author of Cafe Scientifique Silicon Valley “For- draw his proposal after the time announced for the opening, or before award and execution of the contract, “Moments of Impact: How to Design Strate- gotten Reefs, Forgotten People: How Conser- unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding forty-five (45) days. gic Conversations that Accelerate Change,” vation in Micronesia May Be Key to Sustain- will share insights from her new book in able Oceans” will be presented by Nicole conversation with Hillview Middle School Crane of Cabrillo College and the Oceanic Pursuant to the provisions of Public Contract Code Section 22300, and upon the request and at the expense Principal Erik Burmeister. March 12, 7 p.m. Society as part of SRI International’s “Cafe of the Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld by the District to ensure performance under Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Scientifique” talks series. March 11, 6-7:30 Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www. p.m. Free. SRI International, 333 Ravenswood the Contract may be deposited with the District, or with a state or federally chartered bank as escrow agent keplers.com/event/lisa-solomon-conversa- Ave., Menlo Park. Call 650-859-2198. tion-hillview-principal-erik-burmeister who shall deliver such securities to the Contractor upon satisfactory completion of the contract. Only those Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen ‘A Song Just For Me: Stirred by securities listed in Government Code Section 16430 or other securities approved by the District are eligible Talk, co-authors of “Difficult Conversations: Music to Conversation and Com- How to Discuss What Matters Most” and Har- for deposit. The deposit of securities with an escrow agent or the District shall be made in the form and on passion’ The stories in this book are vard Law School professors, will discuss and such terms and conditions as the District may require to protect the interest of the District in the event of the based on Mary Kiki Wilcox’s 12 years of sign their book. March 13, 7:30 p.m. Free. volunteer work in the health center of her Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Contractor‘s default. The Contractor shall be the beneficial owner of any securities that are deposited and senior community, where she takes record- Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com/ shall receive any interest thereon. ed music to the residents in the Assisted event/douglas-stone-and-sheila-heen Living and Skilled Nursing Facilities. She will discuss and sign the book on March 10, Janie Chang: ‘Three Souls’ Author Pertaining to Sections 1770, 1773, and 1773.1 of the California Labor Code the successful bidder shall pay 7 p.m. Free. Channing House, 850 Webster Janie Chang will discuss her newest book, St., Palo Alto. Call 650-324-4321. www. “Three Souls,” about the ghost of a young not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department keplers.com/event/mary-wilcox woman named Leiyin, who in 1935 China watches her own funeral from above and of Industrial Relations. Copies of such prevailing rates are on file at the District office of the West Bay Sanitary ‘Adventures in Burma’ Tim Clark will wonders why she is being denied entry District and which copies shall be made available to any interested party on request. The successful bidder give an informal presentation entitled “Adven- to the afterlife. March 6, 7:30 p.m. Free. shall post a copy of such determinations at each job site. tures in Burma,” based on his visits and Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Men- work there. This talk will follow a soup dinner lo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers. as part of the church’s “Thursdays in Lent” com/event/janie-chang series. RSVP is necessary for the dinner. In accordance with the provisions of California Public Contract Code Section 3300, the District has deter- March 13, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Ladera Commu- Lauren Oliver at Kepler’s Author Lauren mined that the Contractor shall possess a valid Class A or C-10 License at the time this contract is awarded. nity Church, 3300 Alpine Road, Portola Val- Oliver will discuss and sign her latest teen ley. Call 650-854-5481. www.ladera.org fiction novel, “Panic,” about Heather, a high Failure to possess the specified license(s) shall render the bid as non-responsive and shall act as a bar to schooler in Carp, a dead-end town of 12,000 ‘The Teaching of Character and the award of the contract to any bidder not possessing said license(s) at the time of award. in the middle of nowhere. March 8, 7 p.m. Character of Teaching’ Talk Michael Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, McPherson, author and president of the Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers. Spencer Foundation (which grants funds to com/event/ya-event-lauren-oliver support education research), will discuss West Bay Sanitary District education and development of character. Board of Directors The talk is hosted by Stanford’s Center for Et Alia Ethics In Society. March 13, 5-6:30 p.m. ‘SRI Organon Toastmasters’ Meet- San Mateo County, California Free. Stanford Humanities Center, Levinthal ing Toastmasters aims to improve com- Hall, 424 Santa Teresa St., Stanford. Call munication and leadership skills. Each week 650-736-2629. the organization focuses on a topic to help /s/ Phil Scott educate those interested in becoming better ‘What is Family, What are Strang- District Manager public speakers. SRI Organon Toastmasters ers?’ Lecture Larissa MacFarquhar will welcomes members of the community to tell the story of a husband and wife who have visit and join. Each Tuesday, 11:45 a.m.-1 two biological children and have adopted 20 Dated: February 26, 2014 p.m. Free. SRI International, Building G, special-needs children during this lecture, Laurel Ave., opposite Menlo Park City Hall, hosted by the Stanford Center for Ethics Menlo Park. www.sriorganon.com/ In Society. MacFarquhar has been a staff

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March 5, 2014 NTheAlmanacOnline.comNThe AlmanacN35 Recent Sales * BY STEVEN LESSARD

Woodside Road Irving Road Golden Hills Drive Woodside Atherton Portola Valley Sold - $5,000,000 Sold - $4,000,000 Sold - $3,300,000

* Represented Buyers

STEVEN LESSARD 650-704-5308 INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT’S PREMIER stevenlessard.com CalBRE# 01183468 Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Specializing in Marketing and Sales in Atherton, Woodside, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, and Palo Alto since 1994

302 Atherton Avenune Atherton, Ca 94027 Gorgeous Custom Estate

A masterfully designed Atherton estate by Architects Young & Borlik resently constructed in 2008. This spectacular gated estate, encompasses an artful blend of sophisticated interior & relaxing 8 indoor/outdoor venues. Luxury amenities are plentiful highlighted b by numerous recreation rooms such as theater room, arts room, l wine cellar and games room. The main home consist of 4 levels, t with flexible accommodations thoughtfully arranged with 5 bedrooms suites in the main home plus a separate 2 bedroom residence. 3 8 Bedrooms 3 35,544 Sq. Ft. Lot 3 10 Bathrooms 3 740 Sq. Ft. In-Law Unit 3 8,300 Sq. Ft. Total Living Space Offered at $6,499,950 www.302AthertonAve.com Giulio Cannatello 408.728.3568 [email protected] www.cannatello.com Lic.#01911402

Albert Garibaldi 408.309.7206 [email protected] www.albertgaribaldi.com Lic.#01321299

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Specializing in Marketing and Sales in Redwood City, Atherton, Woodside, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, and Palo Alto since 1994

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Woodside $15,000,000 Portola Valley $13,000,000 Atherton $12,300,000 Extraordinary English Country Residence close to town. Pool, TC, Magnificent! Contemporary estate, built by RJ Daily. Private, yet conve- New listing! Exceptional 12,000 SF hm, infused w/of-the-moment Bocce & sprawling lawns. 5 BR/5 full BA + 2 half nient, on over 2.5 acres. 5 BR/4 full BA + 4 half technology & sleek contemporary styling. 7 BR/8 full BA + 3 half

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Portola Valley $7,700,000 Portola Valley $6,250,000 Woodside $4,995,000 Built in 2012, 5BR/4.5BA home + sep. gsthse sits atop 9.3 +/- acs w/ Completed in 2009, centrally located, 1.28+/- landscaped ac and views. Over 6+ acres of gardens captivating with terraced, level expanses. bay, valley & city vws 5 BR/4.5 BA 280Nathhorst.com 4 BR/5 BA Privacy with views! 2 BR/3 BA

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Portola Valley $2,999,000 Redwood City $1,795,000 Redwood City $1,595,000 Spacious, remodeled home on peaceful 3 acre lot in prime Westridge. Stunning “like new” private showcase custom home. Views, hotel-like Emerald Hills. Totally renovated, single-level home. 3BD/3BA plus studio 5 BR/3.5 BA resort yard w/ spa. 4 BR/2 full BA + 2 half and bath. Smart and charming! 3 BR/3.5 BA

Liz Daschbach CalBRE #969220 650.323.7751 Sam Anagnostou CalBRE #00798217 650.323.7751 Kim Hansen CalBRE #01927728 650.324.4456

Menlo Park $1,299,000 Menlo Park $899,000 Menlo Park $1,595,000 New price! Totally remodeled 2-story home bordering Atherton. Charming & quaint. Ideal location to shops, restaurants, Stanford, Upbeat, charming, tranquil. Private. Oak, tile. Fireplace. Lvly lot. Grt floor Chef’s kitchen, Landscaped backyard. 4 BR/3.5 BA Caltrain. Sought after single-level unit. 3 BR/2 BA plan Nancy Goldcamp CalBRE# 00787851 650.400.5800 Cristina Bliss CalBRE #01189105 650.324.4456 Weda Gray CalBRE #00558161 408.315.9332

Palo Alto $1,798,000 Portola Valley $2,995,000 Redwood City $550,000 Amazing Opportunity in Barron Park, 9060 lot! Live, expand, rental, On a clear day, you can see forever. Spectacular views and a peaceful Great Opportunity! 3BR, 1BA, 2 Car garage. Lot size approx. 5000 sq.ft. build a new home! cul-de-sac location Court yard entry. Geraldine Asmus CalBRE# 01328160 650.387.0006 Colleen Cooley CalBRE# 01269455 650.325.6161 Tom Huff CalBRE# 00922877 650.325.6161

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2 Meadowcreek Court, Portola Valley Beautifully Remodeled Cape Cod Style Home in a Convenient Portola Valley Location

5 Bedrooms J 4.5 Baths JHome Size Approx. 5,160 sq ft J Lot Size Approx. 43,560 sq ft

Stunning remodel completed by Portola Valley Builders Inc. and Custom Carroll Homes

Creekside setting

Walk to Alpine Hills Tennis & Swimming Club

Schools: Ormondale Elementary, Corte Madera School and Woodside High School (Buyer to verify availability)

Offered at $5,998,000 www.2Meadowcreek.com

Contact Adam or Steve for a viewing.

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Steve Pierce Wendy Kandasamy Adam Touni 650.533.7006 650.380.0220 650.336.8530 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] CalBRE# 00871571 CalBRE# 01425837 CalBRE# 01880106

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